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When faced with the unthinkable loss of a loved one due to another’s negligence, it’s crucial to seek skilled legal representation. Carlson Bier is your premier choice for a wrongful death attorney in Illinois. Our unmatched understanding and experience in the intricacies of wrongful death lawsuits set us apart. We are committed to fight relentlessly on behalf of our clients, offering personalized counsel tailored for each case’s unique circumstances. We empathize with the emotional turmoil you’re enduring; thus, we strive tirelessly not only aiming towards securing just financial compensation but also ensuring justice prevails upon those accountable.

Our track record speaks volumes about our dedication and proficiency – exceeding expectations through delivering admirable results consistently. By opting for Carlson Bier as your legal aid during these testing times, you entrust your case into capable hands – skilled lawyers who champion client interests fiercely whilst maintaining utmost professionalism.

We invite Wilmette residents seeking experienced competent attorneys specializing in wrongful death cases considering making this strenuous journey feel less burdensome knowing they have unparalleled advocates – choose Carlson Bier today because we understand that every moment matters when fighting towards justice and closure after such catastrophic instances.

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Wrongful Death Lawyers in Wilmette Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we are personal injury attorneys with a rich heritage and expertise in wrongful death cases. As stalwarts of Illinois law, we attribute our success to an unwavering commitment to justice for those who have unjustly lost loved ones due to others’ carelessness or intentional harmful acts. We deeply understand the emotional toll these losses can bring, coupled with the confusion around available legal actions. This is why providing necessary education and information about this critical issue lies at the heart of our practice.

So, what exactly constitutes Wrongful Death? Simply put, a wrongful death claim arises when one person dies as a result of the negligent or reckless act of another individual or entity. Unlike murder charges which are thrown into criminal courts and punishable by prison sentences and fines, wrongful death cases often find their footing in civil courtrooms where monetary damages are sought for deceased family members left behind.

In navigating through such complexity of legal processes involved in suing for a wrongful death:

• Understand that the statute limitations apply; it’s crucial to file your claim within two years from the date of your loved one’s passing.

• You may be eligible to sue if you’re directly affected by the loss— including spouses, children and parents would be included under this umbrella term.

• Extent and evidence of negligence will play an instrumental role in determining lawsuit outcomes.

A fundamental aspect worth noting here is that compensatory damages vary greatly on case-to-case basis. Generally speaking though, they tend to cover several categories like funeral expenses, medical bills related with deceased’s final illness or injuries, loss of earnings potential considering life expectancy data along with pain & suffering endured by survivors– not just financial but psychological as well.

Despite how desolate things might appear initially post-tragedy, know that there is hope yet still – Carlson Bier stands firmly alongside individuals during their journey towards closure after experiencing such profound losses personally OR emotionally because we believe passionately about empowering people by equipping them with knowledge & tools required when engaging in legal battles over wrongful death claims.

Trust us, navigating through a wrongful death claim is not an endeavor you should embark upon alone. Legal professionals, like our esteemed attorneys at Carlson Bier, can be instrumental — providing you with guidance and helping you circumnavigate potential pitfalls. We take pride in rendering robust representation for your case, bolstered by strategic advocacy at each phase of the wrongful death lawsuit process.

But we do more than offer top-tier legal services; we’re dedicated to forging genuine relationships with clients based on empathy and respect. To us, your feelings matter as much as the final outcome of your case. Our compassionate approach blended with high professional acumen puts us amongst the leading law firms in Illinois that deal predominantly with wrongful death cases.

We invite you to further explore how our personalized approach can bring forth invaluable support for your unique situation and drive towards desirable results for those involved. Perhaps it’s time to discover what many Illinois families have already learned about our commitment to their cause — our unwavering dedication means they don’t endure their grief-laden journey alone but are assured their rights are protected under Illinois law every step along the way.

Interested in understanding what value lies behind pursuing a wrongful-death action? Wondering realistically how much worth could potentially be attributed to your personal circumstances within this pressing context? Click on the button below now because EVERY righteous claim deserves its day where justice shines brightly finally setting apart painful past from hopeful future! Discover today what YOUR specific case might genuinely be worth-courtesy of Carlson Bier—the trusted name championing rightful compensation for bereaved loved ones living amidst WRONGFUL DEATH aftermaths across magnificent state of ILLINOIS —here steadfastly standing by YOU!

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Notable Illinois Appellate Wins

Moruzzi v. CCC Servs., Inc., 2020 IL App (2d) 190411, 171 N.E.3d 61
Background: Insured motorist filed action against insurer for declaratory judgment seeking construction of automobile insurance policy issued to insured and that was in effect when insured was injured by an underinsured driver. The Circuit Court, DuPage County, Bonnie M. Wheaton, J., granted the insurer's motions for summary judgment. Insured appealed.Holdings: The Appellate Court, Zenoff, J., held that:1 medical payments reduction clause in automobile insurance policy conflicted with underinsured motorist provisions so as to render reduction clause ambiguous, and thus medical payment benefits were deductible from insured's damages;2 law firm representing insured did not create common fund or common funds when it reached settlement with underinsured motorist, and thus law firm was not entitled to recover fees under common-fund doctrine; and3 collateral estoppel did not bar automobile insurers from litigating whether common-fund doctrine applied in insured motorist's declaratory judgment action.Affirmed in part and reversed in part.
Maier v. CC Servs., Inc., 2019 IL App (3d) 170640, 132 N.E.3d 795
Background: After insured, who was injured in automobile collision with another driver, recovered full liability limits of driver's policy, she filed amended complaint for declaratory judgment against her own automobile insurer, alleging that insurer breached contractual duty to pay for insured's damages in accordance with uninsured/underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage in insured's policy and that insurer acted in bad faith in denying insured such coverage. The Circuit Court, La Salle County, Troy D. Holland, J., granted the insurer's motion to dismiss claims as time-barred. Insured appealed.The Appellate Court ruled that neither the insurer nor the insured could add amended policy provisions to the court record. It was decided that the policy's requirement for a written arbitration demand applied to both uninsured and underinsured motorist claims. The court found that a letter from the insured's attorney to the insurer wasn't a valid arbitration demand nor a proof of loss to toll the statute of limitations. Finally, the insurer was permitted to use the defense based on the two-year statute of limitations period. The court's decision was affirmed.
Econ. Premier Assurance Co. v. Country Mut. Ins. Co., 2021 IL App (1st) 192364-U
Holding: The circuit court's order that granted defendant's motion for summary judgment and denied plaintiff's motion for partial summary judgment was proper where defendant had no duty to indemnify its insured with respect to the underlying complaint and therefore plaintiff was not entitled to recover against defendant on its subrogation or unjust enrichment claims; affirmed.
Country Preferred Ins. Co. v. Westerheide, 2023 IL App (5th) 220343-U
Holding: The court affirmed judgment of the circuit court granting summary judgment in favor of the plaintiff where the defendant failed to make a written demand for arbitration within two years from the date of the accident as required by the underinsured provisions of the defendant's automotive insurance policy.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Olsak, 2022 IL App (1st) 200695, 216 N.E.3d 291
In a complex legal case, an insurer sought to avoid defending or indemnifying a hockey player under a policy issued to the player's stepfather after the player was sued for assaulting his coach. The initial Circuit Court ruling favored the insurer, but the Appellate Court reversed this decision, leading to a protracted legal battle. Ultimately, the Appellate Court determined the insurer was liable only up to the $3 million policy limit and found the insurer's four-year delay in seeking a declaratory judgment to be reasonable. This case highlights important aspects of insurance litigation and policy limit liabilities.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Durkin Elec. Co., Inc., 2022 IL App (1st) 210293-U, appeal denied, 199 N.E.3d 1187 (Ill. 2022)
Holding: The circuit court's order that denied plaintiff's motion for partial summary judgment and found that defendant was an additional insured under the policy was proper. The circuit court's order that denied defendant's motion for summary judgment and found that plaintiff did not have a duty to defend or indemnify defendant under the policy was proper; affirmed.
Country Preferred Ins. Co. v. Groen, 2017 IL App (4th) 160028, 69 N.E.3d 911
Background: Uninsured motorist (UM) carrier brought action against insured for declaratory judgment that it owed no benefits since workers' compensation received by insured exceeded policy limits. The Circuit Court, Sangamon County, Chris Perrin, J., entered summary judgment in favor of the carrier. Insured appealed.Holdings: The Appellate Court, Harris, J., held that:1 employer's medical payments entitled carrier to setoff, and2 setoff clauses were enforceable.Affirmed.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Frobish, 2021 IL App (3d) 190473-U
Holding: Allegations in the underlying complaint that a township employee caused property damage by excavating and digging out a ditch failed to impose a duty to defend under township employee's individual farm insurance policy.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Jones, 2018 IL App (1st) 173154-U
Holding: The judgment of the circuit court of Cook County is affirmed; plaintiff is entitled to summary judgment on its claim for a declaratory judgment that it has no duty to defend or indemnify its insured against the underlying complaint because the loss claimed in the underlying complaint is subject to an exclusion. The court held that it would also enter judgment for plaintiff because the underlying complaint does not allege an “occurrence” causing bodily injury within the meaning of the policy.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Schmitt, 2021 IL App (5th) 190173-U
Holding: The appellate court reversed and remanded the judgment of the circuit court where plaintiff had no duty to defend its insured and thus was not stopped from raising policy defenses to coverage for the underlying tort action contained in the amended declaratory action.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Livorsi Marine, Inc., 222 Ill. 2d 303, 856 N.E.2d 338 (2006) (the late Keith Carlson)
Liability insurer brought action against insureds for a declaratory judgment based on failure to provide timely notice of lawsuits against them. The Circuit Court, Cook County, Stephen A. Schiller, J., entered judgment for the insurer. Insureds appealed. The Appellate Court, Wolfson, J., 358 Ill.App.3d 880, 295 Ill.Dec. 665, 833 N.E.2d 871, affirmed. Leave to appeal was granted.Holdings: The Supreme Court, Garman, J., held that:1 if the insurer did not receive reasonable notice of an occurrence or a lawsuit, the policyholder may not recover under the policy, regardless of whether the lack of reasonable notice prejudiced the insurer, overruling Rice v. AAA Aerostar, Inc., 294 Ill.App.3d 801, 229 Ill.Dec. 20, 690 N.E.2d 1067, and Cincinnati Insurance Co. v. Baur's Opera House, Inc., 296 Ill.App.3d 1011, 230 Ill.Dec. 624, 694 N.E.2d 593, and2 insured did not need to prove that it was prejudiced by delayed notice of lawsuits.Affirmed.
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Wrongful Death FAQ​

Wrongful death occurs when a person’s death is caused by the negligence or recklessness of another person.

The following people may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit:

  • The spouse or children of the deceased
  • The parents of the deceased
  • The siblings of the deceased
  • The personal representative of the deceased’s estate

To prove a wrongful death claim in Illinois, the plaintiff must prove the following elements:

  • The defendant owed the deceased a duty of care.
  • The defendant breached that duty of care.
  • The breach of duty caused the death of the deceased.
  • The plaintiff suffered damages as a result of the death of the deceased.

In a wrongful death lawsuit in Illinois, you may be able to recover the following types of damages:

  • Pecuniary damages: These damages are designed to compensate the plaintiff for the financial losses they have suffered as a result of the death of the deceased. This could include lost wages, medical expenses, and funeral expenses.
  • Non-pecuniary damages: These damages are designed to compensate the plaintiff for the non-financial losses they have suffered as a result of the death of the deceased. This could include pain and suffering, loss of consortium, and loss of parental guidance.

The statute of limitations for wrongful death lawsuits in Illinois is two years. This means that you have two years from the date of the death to file a lawsuit.

If you have any questions about your legal rights or options after a wrongful death, you should contact an experienced wrongful death attorney.

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Areas of Practice in Wilmette

Bike Mishaps

Dedicated to legal representation for individuals injured in bicycle accidents due to responsible parties' recklessness or hazardous conditions.

Thermal Traumas

Providing expert legal support for victims of major burn injuries caused by mishaps or indifference.

Medical Carelessness

Extending specialist legal support for clients affected by medical malpractice, including negligent care.

Goods Accountability

Dealing with cases involving unsafe products, extending professional legal services to customers affected by product malfunctions.

Senior Abuse

Supporting the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to neglect in nursing homes environments, ensuring justice.

Stumble & Slip Occurrences

Specialist in managing tumble accident cases, providing legal assistance to sufferers seeking justice for their injuries.

Birth Wounds

Extending legal guidance for kin affected by medical negligence resulting in newborn injuries.

Motor Accidents

Crashes: Focused on aiding clients of car accidents secure equitable settlement for injuries and destruction.

Two-Wheeler Crashes

Dedicated to providing legal advice for motorcyclists involved in two-wheeler accidents, ensuring fair compensation for traumas.

Big Rig Collision

Extending expert legal advice for individuals involved in big rig accidents, focusing on securing appropriate recompense for damages.

Construction Accidents

Engaged in advocating for workers or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to carelessness or recklessness.

Cerebral Impairments

Focused on ensuring dedicated legal advice for individuals suffering from brain injuries due to accidents.

Dog Bite Damages

Specialized in tackling cases for victims who have suffered harms from dog bites or creature assaults.

Jogger Crashes

Dedicated to legal advocacy for cross-walkers involved in accidents, providing dedicated assistance for recovering compensation.

Undeserved Death

Advocating for grieving parties affected by a wrongful death, extending caring and adept legal support to ensure redress.

Vertebral Impairment

Committed to supporting clients with spinal cord injuries, offering expert legal guidance to secure justice.

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